Are you a self-driven person looking to advance your career as a high-impact player on a team? If so, we have an exciting challenge for you and your future!

At HP Hood, we celebrate our differences. Our diversity of people, backgrounds, experiences, thoughts and perspectives are fostered to create an inclusive work environment. We are at our best when we respect and value each other – One Team, One Company!

Our culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters a strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness.

There are a variety of benefits offered to our union employees either through the union or through HP Hood. The program may vary based on where you work, but all employees are offered a competitive benefits package that include health, dental, vision, wellness programs, employee discount programs, retirement program, advancement opportunities and more.

Founded in 1846, today HP Hood is one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States. Our portfolio of national and super-regional brands and licensed products includes Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, Planet Oat, Hershey’s Milk & Milkshakes and more.

Job Summary:

This duties of this position may involve operating machines for long periods and repetitive bending and lifting of 50 lbs frequently. Shifts may vary during a week and days off may not be consecutive. The Standby Operator covers down where there is the most need. There is no guarantee of what shift will be worked week to week but will be scheduled weekly.

Job Responsibilities

• Daily Operations of filling and packaging equipment in a production line setting
• Operations of equipment in key areas of dairy processing
• Compliance with New York State regulations
• Adherence to all plant GMP and sanitation policies.
• Compliance with all OSHA regulations as well as 100% plant safety policies.
• Following all guidelines and rules associated with local unions CBA.
• Operate a variety of tools and equipment; performs general plant cleaning and grounds maintenance
• Maintain and complete required environmental and production paperwork. Accurate documentation.
• Establish and maintain working relationships with external agencies (sanitation authorities, equipment vendors, etc)
• Support SQF by completing job tasks and maintaining the work area in a sanitary manner.
• Maintain positive relationships with plant supervisors and managers

General

Education and Experience

• GED or High School Diploma
• Prior experience in a manufacturing setting preferred
• Basic Computer Skill preferred
• Excellent Troubleshoot Experience
• Ability to work well with people
• Communication skills are a must
• Multi-tasked Individual
• Ability to work independently

Physical Requirements

• Standing: Long periods (a minimum of 8+ hours)
• Sitting: Occasionally for short periods
• Walking: Long periods
• Bending: Frequently
• Lifting: Heavy (50+ lbs) frequently
• Carrying: Heavy (40-60 lbs) frequently distance
• Pushing/Pulling: under 75 lbs without assistance frequently

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)